HS Research Tech

HS Research Tech 1

The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Department of Cell Biology and Physiology is currently recruiting for a HS Research Technician 1. The Vascular Physiology Group investigates mechanisms that regulate vascular function in both health and disease. Our research spans cellular, molecular, and systemic processes to understand how vascular cells, signaling pathways, and hemodynamic forces work together to maintain cardiovascular and metabolic health and how disruptions in these processes contribute to age- and disease-related vascular dysfunction.

Duties include:

• Animal care and husbandry, including genotyping
• Routine cell culture
• Laboratory organization, ordering, and equipment maintenance
• Safety and compliance management
• Support Training

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment:

• For individual positions in which driving is a job requirement, a valid NM driver’s license and valid UNM driver’s permit will be required.
• Successful candidate must submit to post‑offer, pre‑employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Annual TB testing may be required if working in a patient care area.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of directly related student practicum or equivalent experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, biomedical sciences, or another biological or health‑related field.
• Previous working experience in a research laboratory.
• Knowledge of scientific research methodology, laboratory, and chemical safety.
• Experience maintaining supply inventory, collecting, and organizing research data.
• Experience in laboratory work including safety protocols and animal husbandry.
• High level of organization and attention to detail in documentation of research methodology, protocols, and procedures.
• Experience with laboratory ordering.

Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) – Albuquerque, NM

Department: Cell Biology and Physiology (624A)

Employment Type: Staff

Staff Type: Term – Full–Time

Term End Date: 1 year from date of hire

Status: Non‑Exempt

Pay: Hourly: $18.09 – $23.27

Benefits Eligible: This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

ERB Statement: As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check

Required:

Yes

For Best Consideration Date: 11/26/2025

Eligible for Remote Work: No

Application Instructions: Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Provide a resume and cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for this position, and professional references.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

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